Locus of Control and Superstition Beliefs among Young and Midlife Adults

Superstitions and locus of control often show significant association with mental health and wellbeing. This study investigates the relationship between Locus of Control and Superstitional beliefs among Young Adults and Midlife Adults, with a focus on comparing them among young and midlife adults. Sample was collected through a convenience sampling method. Using the Rotter’s Locus of Control Scale (LoC) and the Indian Superstitional Scale (ISS), data were collected from 159 participants through face to face offline surveys. Mann Whitney and Spearman’s correlation were used for statistical analysis. The result revealed a significant difference in locus of control and superstitional beliefs between young adults and midlife adults, indicating that the midlife adult individuals had external locus of control and higher superstitious beliefs than young adults. The study concluded that there were significant age-related differences in Locus of Control and superstitional beliefs among young adults and Midlife adults. Midlife adults scored more in Locus of Control and Superstitions, showing external Locus of Control and higher superstitional beliefs. A weak positive correlation was found between Locus of Control and Superstitional Beliefs among Young adults and Midlife adults. The study’s implications suggest that interventions addressing Locus of Control and Superstitional beliefs may help to improve logical thinking and rational thinking. Limitations of the study include quantitative research design, sample size and age limits.